The Rewards and Benefits on Offer:

Do you have the following skills, experience and drive to succeed in this role Find out below.

* A full time and permanent opportunity

* A role within a technologically driven and forward-thinking manufacturing facility.

* Immediate Starts available

* Progression and Development opportunities

* A competitive basic salary

* Company pension

* Free onsite parking

* Generous Holiday Entitlement

MTrec’s new opportunity:

MTrec Technical are representing our well established and forward-thinking manufacturing client in their search for a talented and motivated Senior NPD professional. If you meet the job specification below, apply now for an immediate response!

The Job you will do:

* The Senior NPD Technologist will manage the day to day running of the NPD department.

* Guiding all new product developments from concept through to launch and ensuring they are safe, legal, and to the customers’ requirements/expectations.

* It will also be a part of developing the manufacturing processes and building effective relationships with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and customers.

Manage and develop the R&D Technologist and Specification Technologist.

Manage and maintain production documentation for all products, including controlling the pallet and case label process.

Review and approve new product artworks as required.

Set up and adapt new recipes to fit factory requirements ready for launch.

Deputise for the Head of NPD when required.

Work with the Head of NPD to develop new recipes both inhouse and with flavour houses to fit customer briefs, including presenting completed developments to customers.

Write finished product specifications as required.

Liaise with all internal departments during the product development process.

Coordinate and manage product trials and first productions.

Gather and review production data for continuous improvement.

Attend customer and supplier meetings as required and assist with any queries and/or projects.

Assist with the supplier and raw material approval process where necessary.

Always work in compliance to the BRC standard.

Keep up to date with relevant legislation.

Be an active member of the HACCP team.

Flexibility to travel as and when required.

Always promote a culture of cooperation with regards to health and safety and lead by good example.

Use safety PPE where necessary, report missing or damaged items.

Follow procedures and risk assessments, action non-compliance immediately and follow up on any corrective action.

Follow COSHH (control of substances hazardous to health) regulations on the correct usage of all chemicals.

Complete risk assessments for visitors and contractors, as and when required.

Follow and lead by example to ensure all site hygiene rules are maintained.

Always ensure full traceability and food contact compliance is adhered to.

About you:

3+ years’ experience in a development role

Level 4 HACCP and Level 4 Food Safety within Manufacturing qualifications

Strong attention to detail

Experience of working with retailers and/or brands.

Be able to prioritize where applicable and work to deadlines.

A good knowledge of the manufacturing process.

Knowledge of food safety regulations including HACCP and BRC requirements

Ability to use specification systems and software for managing technical documents. xehkeey

Excellent communication skills to liaise effectively with customers, suppliers, and internal departments.

Provide technical support to enable the business to meet food safety, legality, and specific customer requirements